Job Title: Assembly Manager
Department: Operations
Supervisor: Director, Assembly & Logistics
Location: Battleboro Facility
Pay Type: Salaried Position
Hiring Range: DOQ
8- Hour Shift, Monday – Friday
Position Profile:
Manage all aspects of tractor and implement assembly at the Battleboro, NC location. Responsible for managing Assembly Operators, meeting assembly schedule, ensuring tractors and implements are assembled to meet specifications and maintaining Quality standards. Responsible for development and execution of Company Safety Program.
Job Accountabilities and Duties:
Safety.
Responsible for the development and execution of Safety Programs for LS Tractor Facilities. Schedules and participates in facility safety meetings, and provides leadership in the area of Facility Safety. Monitors effective execution of plant safety programs and policies. Actively assesses plant compliance and execution regarding safety programs, including:
- Manages the facility personal protective equipment, work clothing and safety equipment programs according to company standards and operating budget.
- Develops and implements effective programs for the identification, prevention and control of occupational injuries. Develops, coordinates and administers health and safety education and training programs across all locations. Serves on the facility safety committee.
- Maintains current awareness of applicable federal, state and local health, industrial hygiene and safety regulations. Maintains an accurate OSHA 200/300 logs. Accompanies visiting inspectors and reports findings.
- Administers the facility hazard communication program, including maintaining up-to-date MSDS's, effective identification of all chemicals, chemical inventory and related training and education programs including: Respiratory Protection, Hearing Conservation, Hazard Communication, PPE, Hot Work, Confined Space, Lockout/Tagout, Emergency Response, etc.
- Reviews all manufacturing and support operations to assure ongoing safety. Assists the line organization in developing job safety analyses (JSA's) and safe operating procedures for all tasks and in investigating incidents. Develops and implements audit programs to review and assure compliance with applicable health and safety standards.
- Reviews and manages site Safety Audit and Observations Programs with emphasis on promoting heightened levels of Safety awareness.
Leadership
Acts with integrity. Treats others with dignity and respect. Delivers on commitments and deadlines and holds others accountable for the same. Provides functional leadership across departments. Acts as a responsible advocate for regulatory requirements and Employee Safety. Understands the importance of compliance and reports any and all observations of non-compliance.
Communication
. Effectively communicates with all levels of the organization. Demonstrates excellent presentation, oral, and written communication skills, including facilitating and giving presentations. Communicates effectively and professionally to both internal and external parties using appropriate methods and technology. Executes outstanding customer communication and relationship building techniques.
Position Requirements:
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master's degree preferred.
- 3 years of document work experience in inventory management and/or logistics, preferably in a manufacturing environment, including responsibility for safety
- Experience working with transportation and third-party carriers
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Good analytical ability, including the ability to analyze statistical data and make sound recommendations
- Solid presentation and communication skills, including the ability to effectively present information one-on-one, and small group situations to customers and team members
- Must have demonstrated problem-solving skills, with the ability to organize and prioritize multiple demands
- Must be innovative, and performance and quality driven
- Must be able to demonstrate leadership skills and capabilities as a part of a team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or relevant software packages
LS Tractor offers a competitive compensation package that includes:
- Competitive Base Pay and Bonus Pay
- Health Insurance – coverage starts on day one, employee coverage paid 100% by LS Tractor, dependent coverage premium 50% paid by LS Tractor
- After 90-days – Company paid
- Short-term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Basic Life Insurance
- After 90-days Optional Coverage
- Dental
- Vision
- Accident Insurance
- Optional Life Insurance
- Cancer Insurance
- Paid Vacation and Personal Days
- 11 Paid Holidays
- 401k with Company match after 1 year
